Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Ready...set...EAT!

As many of you know by now, I will be running the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon on Sunday. My excitement builds more and more with each passing day as I prepare to run all over the city I love. It is now time to begin prepping my body for race day through carb loading and hydration, especially with the warmer predicted temps for Sunday. As wonderful as it may sound, I will not be gorging myself on every carb in site. Carb loading involves balance and of course an excuse to enjoy some of my favorite foods. Remember, your body still needs protein and other nutrients for performance and recovery. Here are some of my prerace favorites!

Pad Thai. You have carbs from the noodles, protein from the eggs and peanuts (and if you choose to have chicken or tofu), and veggies. My favorites include Tea House Noodles and Umami Moto

Instagramed Umami Moto pad thai

Sushi. The fish provides protein and omega 3s. I also love to have edamame as an appetizer which will give me carbs, protein, vitamins, and a little salt to build up electrolytes. As if I ever need an excuse to visit Pacific East too.

Pasta. This is the classic which most people automatically think of. I would not recommend anything with a heavy cream sauce though. Head on down to Little Italy and stop in your favorite restaurant.